In the early 90’s, there were talented artists singing for a generation of children in Latin America. They had their own television shows that were aired on public channels during the weekends or specific times during the week. Check out some of the most popular children’s shows that kids in Latin America grew up with.

Xuxa

If you grew up in Latin America in the early 90s, you know exactly who Xuxa is. She was known as “La Reina de los Bajitos” (The Queen of the Shorties.) It was every little girl’s dream to see one of her shows but tickets were so hard to get. Xuxa’s children’s songs were catchy, positive and I remember how happy they made me feel about life. Here I share a few of my favorite ones:

Todo El Mundo Está Feliz

Hoy Es Día de Alegría

NUBELUZ

Nubeluz was a Peruvian television show aired in many Latin American countries. The show was famous for the “Nubeluz cone,” the major prize for the winner of the games. We all dreamed with those cones and always wondered what they contained inside! Nubeluz songs were my favorite part of the show. They had positive messages about nature, health and the joy of life.

Quiero Ser Como Mi Papá

El Chavo del Ocho

If you grew up with a Latino family, it is very likely that you are familiar with “El Chavo del Ocho,” a Mexican television sitcon that reached enormous popularity in Latin America for more than 30 years. My kids are not fans of the show, but they love the songs.

Qué Bonita Vecindad

“Qué bonita vecindad es la vecindad del Chavo…”

Cri Cri

El Show de Yuly

All right. All right. El Show de Yuly was only famous in Ecuador, but some of the songs were SO good that I had to share. In fact, I always sing “El Abecedario” song to my kids when they are learning their letters. It is such a good song! Plus, I still think that wearing colorful headbands like Yuly is super cool! 😉

These look like wonderful shows. I try to expose my children to as much Spanish as possible. So excited about Hispanic Heritage Month! I’m trying to get my school to incorporate more Multicultural elements.